Japanese Legend

– People who have made their mark on Japanese history in fields such as politics, economics, and culture.
– Individuals who have influenced the values and lifestyles of modern Japanese society.
– Historical figures whose great achievements can still be appreciated today through preserved sites, artifacts, or traditions.

Japanese Legend

Experience Yayoi Kusama: A Local Guide’s Quick Introduction to Japan’s Most Daring Avant-Garde Artist‼

This blog offers a clear and accessible introduction to Yayoi Kusama, the world-renowned avant-garde artist from Japan. Even if modern art isn’t usually your style, we highly recommend immersing yourself in her work—you might be surprised by what you find. Kusama’s bold designs may seem eccentric at first glance, but look closer and you'll discover echoes of traditional Japanese spirituality pulsing beneath the polka dots and mirrored rooms.
Japanese Legend

Experience Rosan-jin: A Local Guide’s Quick Introduction to a Legendary Japanese Polymath Artist—Japan’s Steve Jobs?

This blog offers a clear and concise introduction to Rosan-jin, a leading Japanese polymath artist active about 100 years ago, best known for the phrase "Utensils are the attire of cuisine." His mastery extended beyond ceramics to calligraphy, painting, lacquer, metalwork, and seal engraving—earning him the title of "polymath artist." His distinctive aesthetic continues to inspire contemporary designers and artists, and experiencing it firsthand may spark your own creative inspiration.